![]() If you don’t have a remote, check the back of your TV for a reset button. Your TV will turn off then on again, displaying the initial setup screen. To reset your Roku to its factory settings, press the Home button on your remote then go to SETTINGS > SYSTEM > ADVANCED SYSTEM SETTINGS > FACTORY RESET.Įnter the four digit code that appears on the screen and then click OK on your remote. But a factory reset can fix the AirPlay not working issue. I recommend trying the other solutions because it can be a hassle to download and sign in to all of your apps again. Factory resetting a Roku TV will reset everything to factory settings and you’ll need to install updates again. Factory Reset Your Roku TVĪs a last resort, a factory reset of your TV can sometimes fix the issue. It can sometimes help when you’re having issues with AirPlay. When you reset the devices, all the previously connected devices will be forgotten and you’ll have to reconnect them. Select the Require Code option and scroll down to Reset Paired Devices. To do this press the Home button on your Roku remote, navigate to Settings and select Apple AirPlay and HomeKit. Ok, now we’re going to try resetting paired devices. You can easily find the option ‘Reset Network Setting’s in your phone’s connectivity settings.įor iPhones, go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset > Reset > Reset Network Settings. While you’re at it, consider resetting your Apple device’s network connection as well. Since AirPlay uses your WiFi network, resetting the network connections on Roku can fix the issue. It will also reset any wired network connections. When you confirm the network connection reset, the Roku will restart, and you’ll have to reconnect to your WiFi network. In this menu, you will see an option for Network Connection Reset. Open the Settings menu, scroll down to System, and select Advanced System Settings. The location in the settings might be slightly different depending on your device. Is your Roku still not connecting to AirPlay? Another option that can help is simply to reset your Roku’s network connection. You could also consider upgrading your router if it’s more than 5 years old. Every device on your network will automatically reconnect and hopefully, AirPlay will work. Just unplug your router from the power outlet, wait for about 60 seconds, or so and then reconnect it. I suggest quickly rebooting your router, it often fixes network issues, and it can improve your overall connection too. The problem could also be with your router. The solution is to stop using the app as a remote, and instead, use the remote that came with your Roku to change the settings.īetter yet, close the Roku app on your phone before trying to connect to AirPlay again. Some people have noticed that AirPlay refuses to work if you’re controlling the TV with the Roku app on your phone at the same time. Most Roku devices will allow you to control them via an app on your phone. It also can’t hurt to check for an update on your Apple device. You’ll want to ensure you update your Roku often to keep up with the newest software. Doing so ensures that the Apple AirPlay remains compatible with your TV. This gives you the ability to connect devices in your home to two different networks (either the 2.4 GHz or 5.0 GHz network). While you’re at it, I recommend restarting your Apple device too! Make Sure Devices are on the Same NetworkĪirPlay only works when all the devices are connected to the same network.Īlmost all routers now have what’s called “ dual-band” radio signals. Most of the time, restarting the Roku device will fix any software bugs that could be preventing AirPlay from not working correctly. Once you restarted your Roku TV or streaming stick, test the AirPlay options. To restart Roku, press the Home button, scroll down to Settings, select System, and then select System Restart. Once you plug the TV and Roku device back in after the 60 seconds, power the TV back on and Apple AirPlay should be working again.Īlternatively, you can restart your Roku TV and Roku Streaming Stick by using the Settings menu. This is different than simply switching the remote on and off! This will help to drain any residual power left in the TV and allows the TV to soft reset itself. Make sure you are holding the power button on your TV, and not your remote! While the TV is unplugged, find and hold the power button for 30 seconds. ![]() Have a little bit of patience and make sure it’s been at least a minute before plugging your TV, and the Roku back in. The key here is to actually wait a FULL 60 seconds.
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